Redmi Turbo 5 vs Vivo X500
The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $250 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 66/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 7500); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 2,112,047).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Vivo X500
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 7500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 204g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $820
- Better portability (55/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 2112047
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 6405
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 74/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 23 points higher (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 74/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 — 82/100, Vivo X500 — 92/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (96/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 74/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 2112047 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2756x1268 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Redmi Turbo 5 by 46.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $570. Redmi Turbo 5 was $570 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (96/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 74/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 by 23 points (89/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Vivo X500?
The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Vivo X500?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.